The SteelOrbis Fall 2026 Conference & 95th IREPAS Meeting will bring together leading representatives of the global long steel industry in Belgrade on September 27-29, 2026.
SteelOrbis and IREPAS will hold their second gathering of 2026 at the Metropol Palace Belgrade. In addition to providing valuable insights into the latest developments in the markets, the conference will offer participants the opportunity to establish new international business connections and strengthen existing relationships.
The conference will feature discussions on the outlook for the long steel market, the role of HBI in the raw materials market, developments in the Balkans and Eastern Europe, compliance and implementation processes under the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), the impact of geopolitical shifts on steel markets, and the outlook for global freight markets.
Speakers:
- Alex Gordienko, Export Director, Celsa Group
- Vincent F. Chevrier, General Manager / Technical Sales and Marketing , Midrex Technologies, Inc.
- Branko Zecevic, President, Metalfer Group
- Jerónimo Casas, Global Product Manager for Climate Change and Sustainability Solutions, SGS
- Velina Tchakarova, Geopolitical Strategist and Founder, FACE For A Conscious Experience
- Maria Bertzeletou, Senior Market Analyst, The Signal Group
The event will bring together professionals from across the steel value chain, including steel producers, raw material suppliers, trading companies, end-users, logistics and finance companies, as well as plant, equipment, technology, and machinery companies.
Early Bird Registration: Discounted registration fees will be available until August 21, 2026. To benefit from the €200 early registration discount per participant, both registration and payment must be completed by this date.
For more information: Conference Agenda | Registration Fees | Attendee List | Online Registration
E-mail: events@steelorbis.com
More information about IREPAS
IREPAS was started almost 43 years ago as the result of a meeting with Celsa and Gerdau. Ricardo Hugas created IREPAS to develop understanding between producers, traders, and consumers of rebar around the world. Today, IREPAS unites producers, traders, and professionals from the shipping and finance industries. IREPAS meets every six months in different locations worldwide, helping all members gain access to useful information about the markets around the globe, meet new parties to create business opportunities, and create a better atmosphere for fair business. www.irepas.com
